

The rollout of its QR codes comes after the platform released its catalog feature last November. Back in January, the platform decided not to display ads to it's more than 1.5 billion users around the world. You may create Whatsapp QR code for your own account, so that your friends or relatives can quickly add your contacts.

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Scan with your camera in WhatsApp Open WhatsApp > tap Camera Hold your device over the QR code to scan. Hold your device over the QR code to scan. Tap the QRicon displayed next to your name. WhatsApp has 50 million WhatsApp Business app users on its platform, according to the company. Open WhatsApp > tap More options > Settings. Other platforms like Shopify, Builder.ai, eBay, Alibaba and Venmo have rolled out resources for small businesses ranging from mobile app tools and business profiles to logistics assistance and video integration.Ī renewed focus on QR codes follows in the footsteps of retailers like Amazon, Diane Von Furstenberg and Ralph Lauren, which have used the technology to facilitate payments, connect customers with merchants, bridge the online and in-store experiences or verify product authenticity. WhatsApp is one of a number of companies releasing features to help merchants migrate online and serve customers during the COVID-19 pandemic. With consumers sheltering-in-place and social distancing, many retailers have pivoted to e-commerce as a primary channel to reach shoppers remotely. The coronavirus pandemic has hit small businesses particularly hard. Facebook-owned WhatsApp said that its new features are intended to help connect customers with merchants as they prepare to re-open and grow their online presence.
